Real Talk: Leveling Up When Not Everyone Gives a Damn About You

Hisyam Mustofa
3 min readMar 6, 2024

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Alright, grab your popcorn ’cause we’re about to spill some tea. In the wild world of self-improvement, there’s one cold, hard truth:

not everyone’s gonna be cheering you on!

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It’s like trying to get Wi-Fi in the middle of nowhere — sometimes you’re just outta luck.

But hey, we ain’t here to cry over spilled milk, we’re here to turn lemons into lemonade.

So, let’s dive into how to boss up when not everyone gives a damn about you, with a sprinkle of comedy and memes to keep it real.

1. You Ain’t Always the Star of the Show

Picture this:

you’re waiting for your moment in the spotlight, but everyone else is busy binge-watching their own drama series.

Yeah, it’s like that sometimes. But hey, who needs an audience when you can be your own hype squad?

Cue the Beyoncé music and start strutting your stuff.

2. Fair-Weather Friends? More Like Fair-Weather Flakes

You know those friends who ghost you faster than a haunted house?

Yeah, they’re about as reliable as a broken umbrella in a thunderstorm. Surround yourself with friends who stick around even when the going gets tough.

After all, you don’t need extra baggage weighing you down — you’re not an airline.

3. Actions Speak Louder Than Words

You ever had someone promise you the world but deliver a sad excuse for a cupcake? Yeah, we’ve all been there.

Don’t fall for the sweet talk — look for people who walk the walk, not just talk the talk.

You deserve the whole bakery, not just the crumbs.

4. Stand Up for Yourself

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It’s like being your own superhero — no cape required. Don’t wait around for someone else to swoop in and save the day.

Grab life by the horns and ride that bull like you’re in a rodeo. You’re the main character in your own story, so act like it!

5. Be Your Own Rock

Picture this:

you’re stranded on a desert island with nothing but a coconut and a dream. Who you gonna rely on?

That’s right — yourself.

Trust your gut, follow your instincts, and remember that you’re the captain of your own ship. And hey, if all else fails, at least you’ve got a coconut to talk to.

So there you have it — how to boss up when not everyone’s cheering you on.

Remember, life’s too short to waste on people who couldn’t care less about you!

Surround yourself with positivity, embrace your inner boss, and remember to laugh along the way. After all, a little comedy makes even the toughest challenges a little easier to swallow.

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Hisyam Mustofa
Hisyam Mustofa

Written by Hisyam Mustofa

Hey there! I'm Hisyam Mustofa, and I'm on a passionate journey through the harmonious realms of life, music, and psychology.

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